Nymi: One Bracelet to Secure Them All

Bionym, a Toronto-based company specialized in biometrics and authentication technology for consumer electronics, just put its first product up for pre-order. The Nymi is a Bluetooth bracelet that will basically recognize your unique heartbeat, and then interacts with a wide range of devices to identify and authenticate you as long as you wear it. The device is based on a "Trinity" concept that offers a unique approach to personal information security. According to Bionym, "The Nymi functions on a 3-factor security system. To take control of your identity you must have your Nymi, your unique heartbeat and an Authorized Authentication Device (AAD), which would be a smartphone or device registered with our app."

The possible applications are virtually endless. The demo video shows that the Nymi could interact with a car, cellphone, computer, tablet, smart-TV, point-of-sale, and even an automated home thermostat. The device is also equipped with a gyroscope and an accelerometer, which makes simple gesture recognition possible such as popping the trunk of your car open.

The first 25,000 units are up for grabs at an introductory price of $79; so far more than 1600 believers already pre-ordered the device. If your heart is in the right place, you might want to give it a try too!